Saturday, June 16, 2012

Black Caviar

Anything to be learned?  BC galloping.  Consider what shows?

http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/videos/11430/royal-ascot---peter-moody-black-caviar?section=international-video

What stood out for me was the power of the stride.  The horse elevates all fours off the ground. Rare to see at the slow gallop. Is this what Tom Ivers meant when he referred to the efficient stride, although Ivers concept of rounding on the bit--Q whether that exists. 

How many exercise rider at our race tracks ride this perfectly?

Motionless over the center of gravity except for the accordion like thigh bob that shows as they pass, motionless with his hands. Reins held so nose tucked a little under chin, aiding forward propulsion possibly?. I also like the minimalist equipment.  Baffert would install a shadow roll (for reasons unknown).

Likely lots of horses could be Black Caviars. Get 'em to the races and keep 'em at the races(see I'll Have Another) and they become snow balls rolling down hill in terms confidence and physical fitness.  Most probably after a certain number of races they learn they can overcome the little pain involved in sprinting through lactic acid build up. This stride is maybe a little bit natural and also "made", am thinking.  Would the Sheik be wise to hire this exercise boy away from the connections, or, just as well, find one on his own and teach?

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